Easy Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

This recipe for Easy Spicy Roasted Cauliflower makes a perfect side dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Just toss it all together and pop it in the oven for a flavorful, low carb side that pairs well with everything from poultry to beef and pork roasts.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450˚F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Add cauliflower florets, olive oil, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes to a large bowl and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Spread seasoned cauliflower on prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes at 450˚F, stirring once to ensure cauliflower cooks evenly.

Remove from oven and set the broiler to high. Evenly sprinkle cauliflower with ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and place under the broiler until golden brown (approximately 2 minutes).

Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Spicy Roasted Cauliflower

Amount Per Serving

Calories 148Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Cholesterol 8mg3%

Sodium 208mg9%

Potassium 91mg3%

Total Carbohydrates 1g0%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A2%

Vitamin C15.6%

Calcium15.4%

Iron1.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Facts About Cauliflower

Cauliflower is a very versatile vegetable, used to make everything from savory side dishes to low-carb pizza crusts. Here are some facts about one of America’s favorite low-carb veggie:

Cauliflower contains sulforaphane, a sulfur compound that has also been shown to kill cancer stem cells, thereby slowing tumor growth.

Cauliflower is a good source of choline, a B vitamin known for its role in brain development. It is also a good source of vitamin K, protein, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B6, folate, pantothenic acid, potassium, and manganese.

One cup of chopped cauliflower has only 27 calories, 2.9 net grams of carbs, virtually zero fat, and 2.1 grams of protein.